Senate Resolution No. 480

BY: Senator THOMAS

CONGRATULATING Julia Kirpalani upon the occasion
of being one of the first females in Nassau County
Boy Scouts of America to receive the distinguished
rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of
Scouting honors

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend
individuals of outstanding character, who have shown initiative and
commitment toward constantly pursuing higher goals for themselves, and
acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Julia Kirpalani upon the occasion of being one of the first
females in the Nassau County Boy Scouts of America to receive the
distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting
honors; and

WHEREAS, Julia Kirpalani joined Scout BSA Troop 186 and worked
diligently to climb the ranks and obtain the distinguished rank of Eagle
Scout; and

WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through
the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding
citizens of this Nation; and

WHEREAS, It is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our
youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; and

WHEREAS, Julia Kirpalani is truly a trailblazer and serves as a role
model for girls across her community who are seeking to break boundaries
and achieve their dreams; and

WHEREAS, For her project, Julia Kirpalani prepared toiletry care
packages and raised money to support the veterans at the Northport VA
Hospital; she also organized a clean-up and planting of new shrubbery at
the Vietnam Veteran memorial on the grounds of the Northport VA
Hospital; and

WHEREAS, In the fall of 2021, Julia Kirpalani will be attending
Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, with the goal to serve as
an officer in the United States Army upon graduation; and

WHEREAS, Her perseverance in rising through the ranks to Eagle Scout
is a strong indication of her ability to master difficult tasks; her
accomplishment will enable her to emerge as a leader, fully equipped to
meet the challenges of today's complex society; and

WHEREAS, Julia Kirpalani's latest achievement marks a milestone for
girls and women in the communities all across the State, and truly
embodies what it means to shatter the glass ceiling; now, therefore, be
it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, in
recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to
congratulate and honor Julia Kirpalani on being one of the first females
in the Nassau County of the Boy Scouts of America to achieve the rank of
Eagle Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Julia Kirpalani.